What is the AHS?
The Aurora Historical Society (AHS) is an independent, volunteer-led, non-profit organization dedicated to heritage education for all ages. Since 1963, the AHS has worked to preserve and promote Aurora’s local heritage by offering innovative programming, hosting unique events, and making the town’s history accessible through a wide range of exhibitions.
Charity Number: BN 132003849 RR 0001
The AHS owns and operates Hillary House National Historic Site, The Koffler Museum of Medicine. Learn more about what we do by exploring our website.
Upcoming Events
We have plenty of special events happening at Hillary House all-year-round. We cater to a variety of audiences and interests. Explore what’s coming up and book your spot to join us.
Heritage Week:
Tours of Hillary House
February 16 – 20, 2026
10AM to 4PM
ALL AGES PROGRAM
Hillary House National Historic Site
Enjoy free tours of Hillary House
to celebrate Heritage Week.
Speaker Series:
Samantha George
“Parkwood National
Historic Site”
Thursday, February 19, 2026
7PM to 8:30PM
ALL AGES PROGRAM
Hybrid
Hillary House Ballroom (2nd Floor)
and via Zoom
$10 per AHS Member
$12.50 per Non-AHS Member
Speaker Series:
Heison Chak
“Toronto’s Lost
Shipwreck”
Thursday, March 19, 2026
7PM to 8:30PM
ALL AGES PROGRAM
Hyrbid, In-Person, Aurora Town
Square – Brevik Hall and via
Zoom
$8 per person
Sign up for our Newsletter
Stay updated on the latest AHS news, upcoming programs and special events, insights into the collection, exhibition openings, volunteer opportunities, and much more with our newsletter The Attic.
Current Exhibition
Pills, Poisons, and Painkillers: A History of Pharmaceuticals
The 19th century was a time of rapid medical advancements. From apothecaries to physicians and local druggists to mass produced medicines — pharmaceutical treatments and knowledge were changing and improving quickly. This exhibit explores where individuals received medical care and which remedies were available in Canada in an era where poison and medicine were often one and the same.
We love hearing from our community. Get in touch!
Thank you to our Sponsors
The Aurora Historical Society and Hillary House National Historic Site are able to continue to preserve local history and to provide a space for the public to learn and engage in the history of Aurora thanks to the the generous support of our sponsors.
Visit our Sponsorship Opportunities page to see how you can get involved.
